Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel | Preservation & Modernization by O Z Collaborative

Temple Beth Zion Beth Israel

Philadelphia, PA

The first of a three-phase renovation program for this 120-year-old synagogue required life-safety, fire suppression, and mechanical upgrades in major portions of the building, systems preparation for future phases, renovation of the entire ground floor sixty-child daycare facility, selective interior repairs and restoration, structural repairs, and new roofing for the sanctuary wing.

Some of the more historically sensitive work included selective restoration of the original ornamental plaster and decorative painting in the sanctuary, repair of the heavy timber trusses, sub-framing and sheathing above the sanctuary, cleaning and repair of a historic, fifty-five-foot wide copper-clad bay, and documenting and prioritizing repair of the historic stained glass.

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Historic stone building with gothic windows and a green copper dome roof, snow on ledges, leafless trees in front, set in an urban area with taller modern buildings nearby.

A stone church with a tall, narrow bell tower and Gothic style windows on a city street corner on a sunny day, with a crosswalk, cars, and street signs visible in the foreground.

Interior of a religious sanctuary with a raised platform, floral arrangements, flags, stained glass windows, wooden pews, and artifacts for a Jewish service.

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Close-up of a green old building with stained glass windows featuring blue flower designs.

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